CARQUEST Auto Parts Names Greg Epsaro of Harriman, NY Technician of the Year

Greg  Epsaro of Harriman, New York Named TECH-NET Professional Auto Service
/ ASE Technician Of The Year
 
RALEIGH, NC (Aug. 22, 2006) -- Greg Epsaro, owner of Harriman Auto in
Harriman, NY, has been named the 2006 TECH-NET Professional Auto Service /
ASE Technician of the Year. He was selected for the award after meeting the
criteria set by CARQUEST Auto Parts. 

Epsaro had the highest composite scores of A1-A8 and L1 ASE tests among ASE
Certified Master Technicians who designated they were members of TECH-NET
Professional Auto Service program and took the Fall 2005 or Spring 2006 ASE
automobile certification exams. 

"I couldn't be prouder than I am today with receiving such a great honor,"
said Epsaro, who began working on vehicles at the age of 12 and worked at a
variety of dealerships before starting his own business. "Since I began my
business, I've had a great relationship with Robbie (Rosenthal) from my
local CARQUEST store. He provides me not only quality parts and service, but
professional programs like TECH-NET Professional Auto Service and CARQUEST
Technical Institute."

Since 1984, Epsaro has owned his family business, Harriman Auto, located in
Orange County, NY. The state of the art facility has 11 bays and includes
the most up-to-date diagnostic, suspension and alignment equipment
available. An advocate of ASE certification, he holds 47 ASE certifications
and requires all technicians at Harriman Auto to become ASE certified. 

Epsaro and his wife, Jeanine, who is vice president of Harriman Auto, have
two young children, Gregory and Angelina.  He is a member of the World Class
Automotive Hall of Fame, located in Michigan, and is a three-time finalist
for the CARQUEST Excellence Award.  His community involvement includes
working for the local fire department, where he has earned congressional
recognition for his work. He is also a board member for the Orange County,
NY Board of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES). Through BOCES, he
mentors local high school students and promotes careers as an automotive
technician.

"Greg's dedication to the industry and community along with his passion for
technology is unsurpassed," said Mike DeSorbo, CARQUEST director of market
segments. "Adding Greg's name to the list of TECH-NET/ASE Technician of the
Year winners only confirms how far one must strive in automotive service
excellence to become a winner of this award."

As the winner of the 2006 TECH-NET / ASE Technician of the Year, Mr. Epsaro
will receive in total more than $20,000 worth of prizes. He will receive an
all-expense paid trip for two to the ASE Board meeting where he will be
presented a trophy and gold ring and will join the membership of the
CARQUEST Advisory Council. In addition, he will be honored as the co-Grand
Marshal at the 2007 CARQUEST 300 NASCAR Busch Series race in Charlotte, N.C.

CARQUEST Auto Parts has 3,400 locations throughout the United States, Canada
and Mexico. It is the premier supplier of replacement parts, accessories,
supplies and equipment for virtually all makes and models of automobiles, as
well as light and heavy-duty trucks, off-road equipment, buses, recreational
vehicles and agricultural equipment. Additionally, CARQUEST distributes and
sells tools, equipment, chemicals, paint and accessories.

For more information, visit CARQUEST.com